Hardware Startups

APR is a South Korean beauty-tech company that develops and manufactures beauty devices (such as EMS, HIFU, and radio-frequency skincare devices under its Medicube AGE-R line) alongside cosmetics, fragrance, and fashion brands including APRILSKIN, Medicube, Forment, and NERDY. The company sells through its own direct-to-consumer online stores and operates internationally with subsidiaries across Asia and the US.

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AquaEye develops a handheld sonar device that uses machine learning to locate drowning victims underwater, indicating distance and direction to speed up searches. The product is built for water rescue teams including firefighters, law enforcement, lifeguards, and search and rescue agencies.

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Arago develops a photonic AI accelerator chip that uses light-based computing to reduce energy consumption for AI workloads. The system is designed for high-throughput AI inference tasks with significantly lower power overhead and cost compared to traditional silicon-based accelerators.

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Archangel builds laser (optical) communication systems that connect satellite networks in space with terrestrial networks, offering an alternative to radio frequency and subsea cable infrastructure. Its deployable optical ground stations, such as the TERRA-M, target cloud providers, network operators and governments needing secure, high-volume connectivity in regions lacking or with vulnerable infrastructure.

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Arctop develops technology that decodes brain signals, intended to work through wearable devices. The page provides only a high-level tagline and no further detail about the product, customers, or use cases.

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Arkeus builds AI-powered sensing systems that combine advanced sensors with onboard AI to give autonomous platforms real-time situational awareness at the edge. Its technology integrates across drones, aircraft, unmanned surface vessels and ground-based surveillance systems for defense, security and civil applications.

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Arovia manufactures Splay, a portable display device that combines a collapsible screen with ultra-short-throw projection technology for productivity, presentations, and entertainment. The product targets consumers and professionals seeking mobile visual solutions.

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Arteris licenses interconnect IP and software products used in system-on-chip design, serving semiconductor and electronics customers in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. It sells its technology primarily through a direct sales team rather than distributors.

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Artifact is a collaborative ECAD (electrical CAD) design tool for managing complex electrical systems. It enables teams in design, manufacturing, and procurement to collaborate in real-time while automatically generating harness drawings, pin tables, and BOMs, with support for version control, electrical verification, and multi-layered system views.

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AstroX is a Japanese space transportation company developing hybrid rocket and propulsion technology to build domestic space launch infrastructure. It is headquartered in Minamisoma, Fukushima, with facilities including an R&D center and factory.

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A wearable device company developing brain-sensing technology using nanotechnology for consumer use.

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Audigo makes wireless smart microphones and a companion mobile app (iOS and Android) that let musicians and social media creators record multitrack audio and video with synced multi-mic capture and in-app mixing. The product targets independent musicians and content creators and is currently sold in the U.S. and Canada.

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August Robotics builds modular robots that automate repetitive, hazardous, and labour-intensive tasks for companies in construction, exhibitions, and industrial fit-outs. The company serves global clients through offices across the US, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Asia.

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Automatic Labs built a connected-car adapter and app that plugged into a vehicle's OBD-II port to track driving data, diagnostics, and trips. It was acquired by SiriusXM in 2017 and shut down in 2020.

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Avegant develops LED light engine technology, including the AG-30L2, for lightweight augmented reality glasses. The company builds compact display components aimed at enabling AR experiences in everyday wearable devices.

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Aviant operates autonomous drone logistics services in Scandinavia, transporting medical items such as blood, COVID, water, and milk samples as well as windmill farm equipment for healthcare and industrial customers. It also runs Kyte, a consumer drone home-delivery service, and holds BVLOS flight permissions from the Norwegian CAA.

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Aviva Links develops Ethernet and ASA-ML multi-gigabit semiconductor products for in-vehicle connectivity, moving data from sensors to processors for ADAS, telematics, and infotainment systems. Its chips also serve wired connectivity needs in robotics, industrial, smart city, and XR applications. The company is now part of NXP Semiconductors.

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Axal deploys AI agents connected to enterprise ERPs to automate order entry, customer inquiries, and sales tasks for manufacturers and distributors. The platform reduces manual data entry and improves accuracy across revenue, finance, and operations workflows.

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Axelspace provides microsatellite services through its "AxelLiner" one-stop offering — covering design, manufacturing, launch arrangement, and post-launch operation — and operates the "AxelGlobe" Earth observation platform built on its GRUS satellite constellation. The company serves satellite and Earth observation customers and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

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Axiado develops AI-driven, hardware-anchored platform security processors (its TCU chip) embedded in servers, 5G, network, and power management controller infrastructure. Its products target data centers, cloud service providers, and enterprise markets, aligning with Open Compute Project DC-SCM specifications.

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Ayr Energy manufactures and delivers power equipment such as power transformers, with ISO-certified facilities and NABL-certified testing labs meeting IEEE, ANSI, and IEC standards. It offers faster delivery timelines than industry averages and provides nationwide field service through NETA-accredited teams.

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Baaz Bikes manufactures electric scooters and swappable batteries for gig workers and last-mile delivery services in India. The company operates a full-stack EV ecosystem designed to reduce operating costs for delivery personnel.

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Babyation makes a hospital-grade breast pump designed to be quiet, discreet, and comfortable, with app-based controls for tracking pumping and feeding. The company targets breastfeeding and pumping parents with consumer maternal health products.

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Babylon Micro-Farms builds smart hydroponic indoor grow systems that let dining programs and buildings grow herbs, greens, and edible flowers on-site year-round. The systems use remote monitoring and a companion app, and are aimed at foodservice and hospitality clients seeking fresh produce and ESG benefits.

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